How Some of the World’s Most Accomplished People Learned to Calm Their Public Speaking Nerves
Public speaking nerves don’t discriminate. They affect new speakers, experienced leaders, and even some of the most talented performers ...
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April 15, 2017
April 08, 2017
Do You Have Bad Speaking Habits Without Realising It?
Most presenters don’t lose their audience because of weak ideas; they lose them because of the noise they create ...
April 01, 2017
Article 50: How Memorable Was Theresa May’s Speech on a Historic Day?
There are moments in public life when the words spoken become part of the historical record. The triggering of ...
March 17, 2017
When a Voice Becomes Courage
Every meaningful act of communication begins with a single decision: to step forward when staying silent would be easier. ...
March 11, 2017
Break the Habit: How Mindful Presenters Rise Above the Noise
Poor presentation habits are widespread. You don’t have to look far to spot them; in fact, most professionals ...
March 08, 2017
8 examples of very influential and powerful public speakers
I’d like to share 8 examples of some of the worlds most influential and powerful public speakers. Each of ...
March 02, 2017
The Value of Mindfulness in Public Speaking: The Awareness Advantage
Mindfulness has become one of the most effective tools available to us today. Not because it is trendy, or ...
February 19, 2017
The Presenter’s Guide to Handling Difficult Questions Under Pressure
Most presenters aren’t derailed by their material; they’re thrown off by a single question. One moment you’re in control; ...
February 11, 2017
Speak to Lead: The Communication Advantage Every Professional Needs
The ability to speak effectively in public is no longer optional. It is one of the most powerful career ...
February 04, 2017
The Strategic Power of Storytelling in Business
In a world drowning in information, storytelling has quietly become one of the most powerful strategic tools a ...
January 21, 2017
A Public Speaking Analysis of President Trump’s Inauguration Speech
From a purely public-speaking perspective, President Trump’s inauguration address was clear, decisive, and delivered at a controlled pace, with ...
January 14, 2017
A Masterclass in Public Speaking: Lessons from President Obama’s Farewell Address
For years, I’ve written about the craft of public speaking, and one figure appears again and again in that ...
January 07, 2017
Michelle Obama’s Final Speech Analysis: A Masterclass in Hope, Courage and Public Speaking
Michelle Obama and her husband Barack Obama have long been two of my favourite public speakers. Few people consistently ...
January 04, 2017
Why I Disagree with Simon Sinek About Millennials — With Respect
My son knows my passion for public speaking, so when he pointed me toward a Simon Sinek video, I ...
December 30, 2016
Powerful Presenting in Three Words: Facts. Feelings. Future.
Effective presenting isn’t about charisma, theatrics or perfect slides. It’s about understanding how human beings think, decide and act. ...
December 27, 2016
Public Speaking Advice From Carmine Gallo
There is no shortage of public speaking advice on the internet, in magazines and book stores today. In fact, ...
December 26, 2016
The Queen’s Speech: “Love begins small but always grows”
The Queen’s Speech on Christmas day opened in a curious way as she began by referring to this year’s ...
December 18, 2016
What would your Christmas message be as we head towards 2024?
What would your Christmas message be as we head towards 2024? Note: I originally wrote and published this ...
December 16, 2016
What Social Media Can Teach Us About High-Impact Presenting
Social media didn’t just alter how we communicate; it transformed what grabs our attention, what sustains our engagement, and ...
December 10, 2016
6 Public Speaking Habits to Take Off of Your Naughty List
Are you mindful of your public speaking habits, especially the bad ones? It’s unlikely that a week will pass ...
December 03, 2016
How Mindfulness Transforms Public Speaking: Five Practices That Work
Introducing mindfulness into public speaking is one of the greatest gifts you can offer yourself and your audience. ...
November 28, 2016
Why Speaking Up Feels Hard — And How to Do It Anyway
Have you ever walked away from a conversation wishing you’d spoken up, not to win, not to argue, but ...
November 18, 2016
Is Vulnerability in Public Speaking Something We Should Fear?
The brilliant TED Talk, ‘The Power of Vulnerability’ by Brené Brown, offers a simple but profound idea: we are ...
November 10, 2016
When Words Shape Worlds: The Responsibility of Leadership Communication
This article explores leadership communication and the impact of language. It is not a commentary on politics, policy or ...
October 23, 2016
The Public Speaking Phenomenon: Why We Feel Terrified While Looking Confident
Are you familiar with one of the most bizarre global public speaking phenomena? It’s the moment when a ...
October 17, 2016
A Subtle Public Speaking Habit That Quietly Undermines Your Credibility
If you’re attending a business presentation this week, there’s a good chance you’ll encounter one of the most ...
October 01, 2016
Do You Have Bad Presenting Habits?
One of the most common concerns in public speaking is the fear of developing “bad habits.” In fact, ...
September 27, 2016
Leadership Communication Under Pressure: What the Clinton–Trump Debate Reveals About Speaking to a Global Audience
Few communication challenges compare to a presidential debate. Speaking to a room of a hundred people is daunting; speaking ...
September 25, 2016
The Leadership Habits That Quietly Erode Trust
Leadership is probably one of the most written-about skills in business today. For decades, the mantra has been the ...
September 10, 2016
The Professionals Guide to Public Speaking & Presenting
A new way to speak, connect and inspire in today’s workplace Presenting has become a daily ritual in ...
